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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismissed talk of a summit between Presidents Putin and Zelenskyy, stating, “There is no meeting planned” on Meet the Press. This contradicts US President Donald Trump’s claim that both leaders had agreed to meet following Zelenskyy’s recent visit to the White House with European allies.
★Fiji PM’s Tour Aims To Boost Bilateral Ties With India ★Ex-Sri Lankan President Ranil Arrested For Misuse Of Funds★PM Modi Slams RJD For Pushing Bihar Into Darkness & Neglect ★Blinkit, Lenskart Launch 10-Min Eyewear Delivery Service ★BCCI Opens Applications For Selection Committee Roles
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar faced online trolling with his daughters after Rahul Gandhi’s remarks. The IAS Association condemned the attacks as unrelated to his official role, urging respect for public servants. Allegations over electoral misconduct and Bihar’s voter list have placed Kumar at the center of political controversy.
World Folklore Day, observed on August 22, celebrates the rich cultural heritage, and customs passed down through generations. Established by UNESCO, it highlights the importance of preserving folklore as a reflection of community identity. The day promotes awareness of storytelling, music, dance, and rituals across diverse cultures worldwide.
The Manyam Revolution, led by Alluri Sitarama Raju on August 22, 1922, was a significant tribal uprising against British rule in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. Raju inspired Adivasis to revolt against oppressive forest laws and colonial exploitation. His guerrilla warfare tactics and martyrdom made him a legendary freedom fighter.
Telangana DCM Bhatti Vikramarka announced the 4000 MW Yadadri Power Plant will be inaugurated by Jan 15. Two units are already operational. The Congress-led govt ensured steady progress, created jobs for land losers, and invested ₹17,000 crore for free power. Bhatti countered opposition claims, asserting Congress guarantees uninterrupted power for Telangana’s people and farmers.
Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani, is reportedly set to debut in Tollywood opposite Jaya Krishna, son of late actor Ghattamaneni Ramesh Babu. The film will be directed by Ajay Bhupathi, with reports suggesting Rasha as the female lead. Buzz in film circles indicates that shooting will begin on October 15.
The Sensex dropped 694 points to close at 81,306.85, while the Nifty-50 fell 214 points to settle at 24,870, marking a weak end to the trading week. However, broader markets outperformed, with Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 slipping just 0.12% and 0.27%, respectively. The rupee stood at 87.53 against the dollar.
Eyewear giant Lenskart has partnered with Blinkit to deliver powered glasses in just 10 minutes. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa said that customers can choose their lens power and frame colour without needing a prescription. The service has been launched in Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, offering quick convenience for eyewear buyers.
Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has reacted to his retirement from international cricket. Ashwin surprised everyone by saying goodbye to cricket in December 2024. In a recent update, Ashwin revealed the reasons behind his retirement and stated that the main reason for this decision was physical and mental fatigue.
Marut Drones’ surveillance drone, Skyswift 56, has received DGCA type certification. Designed for law enforcement and covert operations, it features thermal imaging, mapping, and FPV capabilities. Portable and durable, it supports rapid deployment. Marut aims to boost skilled pilot training, addressing India’s UAV talent gap and contributing to a growing ₹6,000 crore drone economy.
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Council passed a key resolution opposing the privatization of the Vizag Steel Plant. The resolution calls for withdrawing the privatization plan, reinstating contract workers, and ensuring raw iron ore supply to the plant. It will be formally submitted to both the central and state govt’s for further action.
Rahul Dravid praised his U19 batch, highlighting Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson as standout performers. He also named Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Prithvi Shaw among top talents. Reflecting on India’s 2016 U19 campaign, Dravid emphasized preparation over winning, aiming to build future stars through meaningful exposure rather than just chasing short-term results.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking financial assistance for key development projects in the state. He requested that funds be allocated similar to the SASKHI and Purvodaya schemes. The CM is also scheduled to meet Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya to further press for central support.
Kochadai Technologies, incubated at IIT Madras Research Park, unveiled MakeGPT, an AI tool enabling users to build prototypes through simple natural language prompts. Launched at the ‘ZeroToOne, GenAI Product Day’ event, it was officially introduced by Tamil Nadu IT Minister Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan, marking a new leap in tech innovation.